Science Of Life

Author(s): U S Dugar
Publisher: U S Dugar

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also play a part, in particular the weather/ temperature outside. A dry climate is inherently healthier than a wet climate, because it is easier for fluid to stagnate in the body in a wet climate. Stagnation encourages obstruction of the channels, which permits breeding of parasites. Parasites, barbarian organisms that in or out of the body breed in stagnant water, disturb order; a well-ordered system is easier to maintain in the absence of stagnation. Both the external temperature and the internal body heat influence digestive processes. The spleen regulates the digestive system and drives the metabolism. The spleen is said to thrive in a dry and warm environment. The Spleen's functions are easily disrupted by excessive dampness, whether in our environment or within the body. It has an intimate relationship with humidity and dampness, conditions we often experience at this time of year.
Junk food and binge drinking are two mainstays of modern life style for many. Sudden modifications in the external temperature of either excessive heat or cold react upon the circulation, respiration, and the nervous system in a variety of ways and indirectly affect the digestive apparatus. Things with a cold nature will slow down the movement of vital energy and lead to stagnation and for the digestive system thus slower processing of food and bowel motility. Thus it starts to put a strain on spleen and digestive system. The cold food causes the digestive system to slow down it can lead to stagnation of food system and also to bloating and wind. However, too many raw and cold natured foods and cold drinks will impair and weaken the spleen. Its ability to transport fluid around the body and separate the food nutrition from the bad nutrition
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